English Cocker Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier

Compare the English Cocker Spaniel to the West Highland White Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Cocker Spaniels and West Highland White Terriers.

English Cocker Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
White
White
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